Rondilyo (en. Round dance)

ron-di-lyo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of dance typically performed spontaneously or as part of a celebration.
The children playing in the park formed a round dance under the sun.
Ang mga batang naglaro sa parke ay gumawa ng rondilyo sa ilalim ng araw.
A circular dance usually performed by many people at the same time.
The round dance began when all the participants started together.
Nagsimula ang rondilyo nang sabay-sabay ang lahat ng mga kalahok.

Etymology

Spanish word 'ronde', meaning 'circle'

Common Phrases and Expressions

dancing in a round dance
performing a circular dance in a group
nagsasayaw ng rondilyo

Related Words

dance
A form of art performed through the movement of the body to the rhythm of music.
sayaw
festival
A celebration or occasion that often features gatherings and activities such as dancing.
pista

Slang Meanings

battle or contest
That's fine, it's just part of the rondilyo on the street.
Ayos lang yan, bahagi lang ng rondilyo sa kalsada.
gossip that turns into a brawl
We just started with a rondilyo of gossip, and then it turned into chaos!
Nag-start lang kami sa rondilyo ng chika, tapos nagkagulo na!
a band or group of people
Come on, let's join the rondilyo of the crew at the plaza later!
Tara, sumama tayo sa rondilyo ng tropa sa plaza mamaya!